Fullerton Community Newsletter - February 12, 2021
City of Fullerton sent this bulletin at 02/12/2021 11:28 AM PST
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COVID-19 Updates
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COVID-19 Testing is Still Available
Testing is currently recommended if you:
- Have symptoms of COVID-19
- Don't have symptoms but have a known COVID-19 exposure or exposure concerns
- Are suspected of COVID-19 by a health care provider
- Are an essential worker with frequent contacts with the public.
There are several testing options available to you including:
- At-home Testing
- Drive-thru Testing (Super Sites)
- Walk-up State Testing Sites
Individuals who live in Orange County should first call their health care provider for a COVID-19 test. If you have health insurance and need help finding your health care provider, call the customer service number on your insurance card, or view websites of major health care providers in Orange County.
Questions? Contact OC Health Care Agency at (714) 834-2000 or visit www.occovid19.ochealthinfo.com/covid-19-testing for more information.
Fourth District Small Business COVID-19 Relief Program
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Beginning February 16th at 9:00 AM, eligible small businesses and non-profits impacted by COVID-19 may apply for the Fourth District Small Business Grant Relief Program at www.charitableventuresoc.org/reliefd4.
The Small Business Grant Relief Program will support small businesses within the 4th Supervisorial District by providing $5,000 (flat rate, single payment) awards to qualifying applicants. Awards will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Awardees will be reimbursed for eligible expenses incurred from November 2020 to the present.
City of Fullerton Updates
Agenda Highlights for February 16th City Council Meeting
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To view next week's agenda, visit www.cityoffullerton.com/meetings
Participating in City Council Meetings
The next City Council meeting will be held Tuesday, February 16th at 6:30 pm. Members of the public will also be allowed into the Chambers for this meeting. However, limited seating will be available due to social distancing. We encourage the public to watch and participate virtually either by phone or via Zoom.
You can watch the broadcast online at www.cityoffullerton.com/ftv3, on your TV on Spectrum Channel 3, and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99.
E-comments for this upcoming meeting will not be read out loud but will be accepted for the record and distributed to the City Council.
February 16, 2021, City Council Meeting Details
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| https://zoom.us/j/91375815429 |
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| (669) 900-1928 |
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| 913 7581 5429 |
Need instructions on how to login or want to submit a written comment instead? Visit https://www.cityoffullerton.com/participate to read about the various ways to participate in City Council meetings.
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Input Needed on Housing in Fullerton
Did you know the City of Fullerton is creating a Housing Game Plan that aims to meet the housing needs of all segments of the community? Be part of the journey by participating in the City's Housing Game Plan survey. Take it today at www.cityoffullerton.com/housinggameplan and let us know your housing needs and priorities.
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Pearl Park Improvements Complete
On Thursday, February 4th the City Council held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly dedicated Pearl Park. This was an exciting culmination to a long process to secure 33 undivided interest parcels in a former common area lot in the “Gem Street” neighborhood. This effort, funded through Proposition 68 Funds, community grants, and some park development fees is an example of how partnerships between the City and Community organizations and securing grant funding can make exciting things happen. Parks Make Life Better – and the residents of the Gem Streets will now experience that.
Tips to Manage Natural Gas Bills this Winter
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Natural gas usage can increase three to seven times during the winter months compared to the summer season, which can lead to higher bills. SoCalGas has created a step by step guide on how to manage your increased usage of natural gas this winter. One of the easiest tips they mention is conservation:
If you would like to learn more about managing your natural gas bill please click on the image to the right. |
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Help Shape the Hunt Library Revitalization Plan
The City of Fullerton is working with Arts Orange County and Heritage Future to renew the Hunt Library to provide a place of learning through literacy, arts, and cultural programming that will excite our residents and visitors. The goal of the revitalization is to create an aesthetically pleasing place of inspiration, creativity, learning, and social gathering.
If you would like to participate in the survey please complete our online survey. Spanish and Korean translations are available at the top right corner of the survey page.
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The following is a recap of the February 9, 2021, Study Session - Mid-Year Budget Review
Highlights of action taken include:
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Fullerton City Council received and filed the Mid-Year Budget Review Report.
- Based on currently available information, General Fund revenues are down 2%
- Sales Tax Revenue is down 5%.
- Transient Occupancy Tax is down 69%
- Charges for Services are down 23%
- Property Tax Revenue is consistent with the budgeted amount.
- City staff provided next steps for FY 2020-21 budget process and the City's Fiscal Sustainability Plan.
View the entire agenda for the February 9, 2021 meeting.
Latest Programming
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Get out and explore the community on monthly video guided walks! This month’s topic is the Juanita Cooke Trail, the most popular trail in Fullerton. Join host Aimee Aul as she follows the 2.5 mile route that used to be part of Henry Huntington’s fabled Red Car system. Past Fullerton on Foot tours are still available and include the civic Center, New Deal Fullerton, Fullerton Mysteries, and more. Tours are designed with seniors in mind and are an easy to moderate 30—45 minute walk. Register by selecting the image or by calling 714-738-6575 |
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Quarantine cooking getting dull? The Community Center can help! Follow our very own Ester Zepeda (the "EZ" in "Cooking Made EZ"!) as she leads you through nutritious and delicious recipes to make at home. Click the image to register to receive the recipe and video tutorial for a meal of your choice. |
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Creativity is calling! The Community Center’s unique series Art at Home features drawing, painting, sculpture, DIY, collage, and artsy home décor. Much more than just an art kit, Art at Home includes all materials, a mini-museum lesson, written instructions, and video tutorials. Our Feb. 23 course, in observance of Black History Month, is a mixed media collage in the style of 20th-century artist Romare Bearden, Click the image to register. |
Upcoming Events
February 15, 2021: City Facilities Closed
City Hall is closed in observance of President's Day and will reopen Tuesday, February 16th.
February 16, 2021: City Council Meeting
The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting will be taking place Tuesday, February 16th at 6:30 pm. You can view the agenda by visiting www.cityoffullerton.com/meetings.
February 17, 2021: Active Transportation Committee
The next Active Transportation Committee meeting is on Wednesday, February 17th at 5:00 pm.
February 17, 2021: Planning Commission Meeting
The next Planning Commission Committee meeting is on Wednesday, February 17th at 6:30 pm.
